Pankaj’s professional expertise spans several critical areas of law, including Corporate & Commercial law, Intellectual Property law, Information Technology law, Real Estate law, and Dispute Resolution.
Pankaj offers strategic guidance on a wide array of corporate matters. He has a wealth of experience managing intricate corporate and commercial transactions including structuring joint ventures, advising on share purchases and subscriptions, exploring investment opportunities, overseeing closings and other related dealings.
Pankaj is particularly skilled in Intellectual Property law, where he oversees patent and trademark portfolios for a host of multinational corporations. His proficiency extends to IP prosecution, involving comprehensive tasks such as conducting searches, filing both provisional and complete patents, managing PCT and national phase filings, coordinating examinations, and ensuring timely payment of annuities.
In the Real Estate sector, Pankaj caters to a varied clientele, including real estate developers and global corporations situated in Pune. His role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, from performing initial title searches to managing the registration of property documents. He is adept at drafting and reviewing an array of real estate agreements, such as Joint Venture Agreement, Joint Development Agreements, Lease Agreements, Leave and License Agreements, Agreements For Sale, and Sale Deeds. His depth of expertise in real estate law is further enhanced by his thorough understanding of local regulations, including compliances under the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA).
In addition, Pankaj regularly undertakes drafting and reviewing of various contracts, including Franchise Agreements, Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Distribution Agreements, Manufacturing & Supply Agreements, and contracts related to IP licensing and assignments.
Additionally, Pankaj provides invaluable advice on matters related to foreign investments in India, outbound investments from India, the incorporation of entities within the country, and general corporate issues. His legal expertise also encompasses representing clients in civil, criminal, and rent related cases before various courts in Pune.
